2009 BMW X5 vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP) has 283 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1960 Land Rover 88 has manual transmission. 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | X5 | 88 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 476 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2240 mm |